Blog Posts

I started sharing behind-the-scenes stories, tips and tricks, and project announcements around 2011, and I’m still at it. Some of the posts are educational, and some of them are just rants. If that sounds interesting to you, follow along!

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Flying with Camera Gear

Flying with gear, and getting to my destination in one piece

Aug 27, 2026

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In His Element

Curating with my dad over the past four months has been a joy, and a humbling challenge

Feb 05, 2026

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Shooting HDRI's With Ricoh THETA Z1

Capturing HDRI's at night with the Ricoh THETA Z1

Aug 28, 2025

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Inspired by Trees Upstate

Trees Upstate is doing some great stuff

May 14, 2025

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Documentary Notes From "Becoming Led Zeppelin"

At the talkback for "Becoming Led Zeppelin," filmmakers Bernard MacMahon and Allison McGourty provided thoughtful answers to each …

Apr 04, 2025

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Did you Forget About the AP Stylebook?

Defending the outdated AP Stylebook at my desk...

Mar 28, 2025

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Watercolor Newtons Cradle

I spent a few evenings over the holidays drawing and hand-painting this animation with pencil, watercolor, and a branch.

Jan 20, 2025

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Repairing an XLR Cable

XLR cables are delightfully simple gear. High quality cables are built to be repaired - which means they're built for easy …

Dec 13, 2024

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Documentaries at TRIFF 2023

What a gorgeous weekend at the Tryon International Film Festival… I believe stories forge connection. I believe stories heal …

Oct 12, 2023

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40 Unique Ambient Tracks for Your Sound Design

My ambient sound collection: 40 tracks from a decade of field recording side-quests, for you to use in your sound design projects.

Jul 27, 2023

Project Highlight: Low-Key Vfx for Icon Media

VFX isn’t always action-packed. I love the way a subtle VFX idea can enhance the flow of a story, or provide flexibility in post.

Jul 10, 2023

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New Music Video: “Self”

Mackenzie has outdone herself and really refined her sound, and the creative direction on this video is distinctly Trey’s, giving …

May 23, 2023